Vancouver’s North Shore has three local ski hills all located within 30 minutes of the city. The mountains usually open for the season in late November or early December. You can ski or snowboard on Grouse Mountain, Cypress Mountain and Mt. Seymour. Nordic skiing is also available on Cypress Mountain.

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The Capilano Suspension Bridge Park offers visitors a unique mix of adventure, history and culture, which makes this attraction a complete British Columbia experience and a must-see while visiting Vancouver.

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The B.C. craft beer renaissance has taken hold in North Vancouver. If you love tasting craft beers, visit Vancouver’s North Shore where you will find a growing number of breweries offering unique and delicious local craft beers. You can taste a few samples and purchase the beer on-site in most locations.

You will experience a true West Coast rainforest when you go for a hike in Lynn Canyon Park. Cross the Suspension Bridge and go to Twin Falls or the 30-foot pool. Stop at the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre for some learning and fun. FREE

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Explore the diverse cuisine of Vancouver’s North Shore. Get a taste of the local lifestyle, as you discover some of the best sites and eateries on the North Shore. Dine Out Vancouver, Canada’s largest food and beverage festival, runs from January 18th – February 3rd.

Pictured – Pier 7

Snowshoeing is the perfect winter sport for everyone. If you can walk, you can snowshoe! All three North Shore mountains Cypress Mountain, Grouse Mountain and Mt. Seymour have scenic snowshoe trails. You can rent snowshoes and book guided tours.

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The Gordon Smith Gallery of Canadian Art in North Vancouver is home to the acclaimed Artists for Kids Gallery. The Artists for Kids program has been acquiring masterworks from Canada’s leading artists for more than 20 years. Gallery Hours: Wednesday to Saturday 12-5pm.

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At Cleveland Dam to view the impressive 300 foot spillway. During a rainy period you can see the water thundering over the falls. This is always are great spot for pictures with the North Shore mountains and Capilano Lake as you backdrop.